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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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